Budget & Finance

Advanced expense accounts approved for city employees

City employees can now request advance payments for work-related expenses. Settles out-of-pocket costs without requiring staff to wait for reimbursement.

City buys 2 new garbage trucks from Ingram Equipment for $876K

City commits $876,210 to purchase two new 28-yard Kenworth garbage trucks for equipment operations. This is a no-bid purchase from Ingram Equipment Company in Pelham, Alabama.

City sets aside $2,250 for Central Pratt holiday decorations

Funds seasonal holiday decor installation and storage in Central Pratt neighborhood this November. Part of routine annual community beautification spending.

CONSENT ITEM 19. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of an appointed official and an elected official.

Transfer $250 from Apple Valley Neighborhood Association funds

Budget adjustment reallocates $250 from the Apple Valley Neighborhood Association fund to general municipal operations for the 2025 fiscal year.

City awards janitorial supplies contract to Budget Janitorial Supply

City purchases cleaning supplies for municipal warehouses through competitive bidding. Budget Janitorial Supply, based in Pelham, Alabama, wins the contract to provide products at agreed unit prices.

City receives $50,240 donation for Huffman Roebuck Park

Huffman Roebuck Park gets a private donation of over $50,000 for general maintenance and improvements, no cost to taxpayers.

City renews storage lease with Barber Companies for museum

The Birmingham Museum of Art continues use of a storage facility at 2817 3rd Avenue South under an amended lease agreement with Birmingham Realty Company.

Council approves itemized expenses for appointed officials

Council reviews and approves how public funds are spent on salaries and expenses for appointed city officials. Public oversight of official spending ensures accountability for taxpayer dollars.

City pays Paul Pierce Paint and Body $7,027 for equipment repair

Equipment Management Department uses city funds to maintain municipal equipment. This $7,027 repair keeps equipment #214345 operational for city services.

City approves employee expense reimbursement

City pays back an employee for approved work-related expenses from the general fund.

CONSENT ITEM 52. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees receive approved reimbursement for work-related expenses. This ensures transparent accounting of public funds spent on employee business costs.

City approves advanced expense reimbursements for employees

Authorizes the city to reimburse employees for out-of-pocket business expenses they've paid in advance. Ensures workers aren't out of pocket for city-authorized costs.

City pays Alabama Construction Supply $24,980 for warehouse inventory

City restocks lubricants, oils, and hardware supplies at Central Stores Warehouse. Routine maintenance of municipal operations.

City pays $5,690 to J.W. Autobody for vehicle repair

Equipment Management authorizes payment for wreck repair on city vehicle #234415. Routine fleet maintenance funded from general fund.

Council approves $3,784 wreck repair payment to Huffstutler Paint and Body

City pays for repairs to two fleet vehicles damaged in wrecks. Routine maintenance cost from general fund.

Council approves Mayor's itemized expense account

Public accountability: itemized expense reports show how elected officials spend taxpayer money. Citizens can verify spending aligns with official duties.

City approves advance payroll for employees

Employees receive scheduled advance payments from the general fund. This is routine payroll authorization.

Approve city employee expense reimbursements

City employees submit itemized expense accounts for approval and reimbursement from the general fund. This routine consent item ensures staff can be reimbursed for legitimate work-related costs.